Colin O'Leary's hope for a future in Hastings diminishes, so he decides to go visit his sister, Mary, in California. Surprises await, and Colin finds it easy to tell Mary of his past.

In time, love enters the scene, along with a telegram from his brother about a prominent lawyer from a town near Avian, who insists it's a matter of greatest importance! Colin decides he must leave. However, he won't be alone. As a man of integrity, he vows to protect his companion at all costs.

Arriving weeks later, at the crossroads, does he head for the lawyer's, or to Avian to pay his respects at the graves of his beloved wife, Gabby, and their child?

Trusting his heart to decide, will change his life forever!